Finley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationFIN-lee / /ˈfɪnli/Scottish; Irish; English
Meaning
Scottish: fair-haired warrior; Irish: son of the white warrior; English: dweller by the marsh
Historical & Cultural Background
In Scottish tradition, Finley is derived from the Gaelic name Fionnlagh, meaning 'fair warrior.' In Irish culture, it is often associated with the surname Ó Fionnlaoich, indicating lineage. The name has also been used in English-speaking regions, where it reflects geographical features.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Finlay
- Finlee
International Variants
- Fionnlagh (Irish)
- Fionn (Irish)
Famous people named Finley
Finley Quaye — musician.
Finley McBaldrick — fictional character.
Fictional characters named Finley
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Finley was first seen in the United States in 1989. Finley has ranked as high as #356 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, North Carolina, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Finley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Finley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 66 | |
| CA | 47 | |
| OH | 46 | |
| NC | 42 | |
| FL | 34 | |
| MO | 33 | |
| TN | 32 | |
| PA | 31 | |
| GA | 31 | |
| IL | 28 | |
| CO | 25 | |
| IN | 23 | |
| UT | 23 | |
| WA | 22 | |
| VA | 21 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 19 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2004 | 168 |
| 2005 | 248 |
| 2006 | 289 |
| 2007 | 352 |
| 2008 | 463 |
| 2009 | 576 |
| 2010 | 780 |
| 2011 | 880 |
| 2012 | 913 |
| 2013 | 1,093 |
| 2014 | 1,510 |
| 2015 | 1,602 |
| 2016 | 1,727 |
| 2017 | 1,866 |
| 2018 | 1,755 |
| 2019 | 1,575 |
| 2020 | 1,442 |
| 2021 | 1,414 |
| 2022 | 1,367 |
| 2023 | 1,112 |
| 2024 | 858 |